Commodity Business Manager
Core
Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for assigned commodities to optimize supply, risk mitigation, cost, and lead times for the semiconductor industry.
Role type
Senior Commodity Business Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Long-term supplier contracts, supply master agreements, and sourcing/operations strategies for new product introductions.
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain management
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, category management, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, market analysis, TCO modeling, should cost analysis, RFP analysis, financial modeling, project management, supplier performance evaluation, make vs. buy decision making, supplier development, supply chain planning, ERP system proficiency, quantitative analysis, stakeholder engagement, supplier quality actions management, end-of-life component sourcing, cost apportionment modeling.
Preferred skills
Experience with 3D metrology, macro defect inspection, metal interconnect composition, factory analytics, or lithography technologies.
Technologies
ERP systems, project management tools (reports, tracking charts, checklists, scheduling software), Cost Apportionment Models.
Responsibilities
Map direct and indirect requirements and work with cross-functional teams to understand market and competitive landscape; identify and assess potential suppliers for reliability, reputation, financial stability, and capacity; negotiate long-term contracts defining quality, delivery, pricing, and business continuity; manage supplier scorecards and ensure execution of Supply Master Agreements; implement supplier development strategies to reduce cost and lead times; lead internal Commodity Councils and drive strategic procurement initiatives; analyze processes to improve supplier communication; oversee procurement activities for suppliers; manage ECOs and end-of-life component sourcing; ensure supplier quality actions and discrepant materials are handled; coordinate QBRs with key suppliers; develop short and long-term strategies using market analysis; identify make vs. buy opportunities; evaluate supplier performance and collaborate with supplier leadership; ensure decision-making processes are in place; develop sourcing strategies for new product introductions; collaborate with engineering to understand requirements and identify critical parts; ensure product lifecycle programs meet material cost and gross margin targets; provide engineering and business process expertise on complex programs.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
